Chicken Francaise

Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Chicken Francaise
45 min.
4
507kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Francaise, a classic dish that brings a touch of elegance to your dining table without the fuss. This dairy-free recipe is perfect for those who are looking to enjoy a rich and satisfying meal while adhering to dietary preferences. With its tender, pounded chicken breasts coated in a light, crispy flour crust, this dish is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that serves four, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The combination of fresh lemon juice and savory chicken broth creates a luscious sauce that perfectly complements the chicken, while the addition of hot cooked linguine or pasta makes it a complete and hearty main course.

Whether you're preparing a special lunch or a cozy dinner, Chicken Francaise is sure to impress. The balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates makes it a satisfying option that won't leave you feeling heavy. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up this delicious dish that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  •  chicken breast boneless skinless
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • serving salt and pepper to taste
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoons olive oil with olive oil & sea salt
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • cup chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  •  juice of lemon 
  • serving linguine hot cooked

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • rolling pin
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Between pieces of plastic wrap or waxed paper, place each chicken breast smooth side down; gently pound with flat side of meat mallet or rolling pin until about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. In medium bowl, place 1 1/2 cups flour; add salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat eggs with whisk or fork. Coat chicken with flour, then dip in eggs and again in flour.
  3. In large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Cook chicken in butter about 8 minutes, turning once, until no longer pink in center.
  4. Remove chicken from skillet; cover to keep warm.
  5. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to hot skillet; stir in 2 tablespoons flour with whisk until smooth. In small bowl, mix broth and lemon juice. Slowly pour broth mixture into butter mixture, stirring constantly with whisk. Return chicken to skillet, turning to coat with sauce. Cook about 2 minutes until sauce is thickened and chicken is hot.
  6. Serve chicken and sauce over linguine.

Nutrition Facts

Calories507kcal
Protein27.03%
Fat35.9%
Carbs37.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.63
Glycemic Load
30.94
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
21.944782599159%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:507.07kcal
25.35%
Fat:19.85g
30.54%
Saturated Fat:3.39g
21.17%
Carbohydrates:46.12g
15.37%
Net Carbohydrates:44.35g
16.13%
Sugar:0.78g
0.87%
Cholesterol:155.34mg
51.78%
Sodium:430.31mg
18.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.63g
67.25%
Selenium:65.93µg
94.18%
Vitamin B3:15.01mg
75.06%
Vitamin B6:0.92mg
46%
Phosphorus:350.81mg
35.08%
Vitamin B1:0.5mg
33.13%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.63%
Folate:110.49µg
27.62%
Manganese:0.46mg
23.24%
Vitamin B5:2.21mg
22.08%
Iron:3.55mg
19.72%
Vitamin E:2.54mg
16.93%
Potassium:530.43mg
15.16%
Magnesium:48.02mg
12.01%
Zinc:1.45mg
9.65%
Vitamin K:8.87µg
8.45%
Copper:0.15mg
7.53%
Vitamin B12:0.43µg
7.23%
Fiber:1.77g
7.09%
Vitamin C:4.26mg
5.16%
Vitamin D:0.55µg
3.69%
Vitamin A:154.32IU
3.09%
Calcium:30.02mg
3%